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Friday, September 6, 2013

Thirsty

Red-faced and panting, I stumble through the front door. I want water!

Hot coffee awaits, but I'll have none of it. Breakfast beckons, but it won't suffice. No, only one thing quenches my thirst after a good run: Water.

As I turn on the tap to fill my glass, a verse springs to mind.

As the deerpants for streams of water,

so my soul pants for you, my God.

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My soul thirstsfor God, for the living God.

When can I go and meet with God?

Does my soul truly thirst for God like my body thirsts for water? Will I reject all other offerings until I am satisfied by his love? Do I seek him with urgency? Expectancy? Desperation? Do I drink deeply from his well?

Or do I partake sparingly, with casual interest, just because I know I should?

Father, make me eager to be with you, to learn from you, to know you. Make me aware of my deep need for your living waters, so that I will seek you in earnest. Nothing else can satisfy.

Beautiful imagery for today's prompt! I'm not a runner so I can't fully understand that thirst, but I am in need of the living water daily! Do visit http://vintagehousewife.org/2013/09/06/five-minute-friday-red/

About Me

Hi! My name is Jenn Williamson and I serve with Greater Europe Mission in Lyon, France. I am the spoiled wife of a very patient husband, the fumbling mother of two brilliant adult sons, a beginning knitter, an avid reader, a reluctant runner, and a frequent blogger.